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North Jutland, Denmark's most northerly region, has plenty of appeal for an active holiday throughout the year. With 1,450km of broad, sandy beaches and a picturesque, unspoiled hinterland, a holiday in North Jutland brings together outdoor adventures and Viking history with blue seas, big skies and lots of good, clean fun. Here's VisitDenmark's pick of the best:

Wondering what to do in Denmark's second biggest city Aarhus? See our list of the must-see attractions and events in Aarhus, including a visit to the open-air museum Den Gamle by - The old town museum and the must see view of the city from the glass skywalk 'Your rainbow panorama' in AroS Art Museum.

The Danish word "hygge" (sounds a bit like “hooga”) roughly translates to coziness. However, that definition doesn’t quite cover it. Hygge is so much more and always involves creating a nice, warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life with good people around you. Copenhagen is packed with atmospheric restaurants and cafés, beautiful gardens, charming winding waterways, and countless places and ways to experience Danish hygge. Here are 10 suggestions for travelers seeking a touch of hygge on their trip to Copenhagen.

It's no secret - Denmark can be an expensive place to travel. But fortunately it's not always the case! As well as cheap ways to travel Denmark, budget accommodation and cheap restaurants, there are a ton of free and fun things to do. Many of Denmark's top museums, for example, have free access for adults on certain days.

There are many ways to enjoy an easy cheap holiday in Denmark and make your budget last for longer. Denmark is small and quick to get around by bike, bus and metro. Many of its popular attractions and landmarks are free to see. There are admission free events and Denmark's beaches and national parks are free to enjoy all year round. And don't worry about expensive restaurants and places to stay. You can find many cheap hotels, cheap restaurants and ways to spend less on food in Denmark.

We all prefer blue skies and sunny weather for our vacation, but we'll be honest with you; rainy days do occur in Copenhagen. And even if you happen to catch Copenhagen on a wet day, there’s still plenty to do while seeking cover from the drizzle. Apart from a visit to one of the Danish capital's more than 90 museums, here are some ideas on how to make the most of a rainy day in Copenhagen.

Denmark has a reputation for being an expensive place to holiday, but it's easy to travel cheaply and enjoy free things to do, if you know where to look! For visitors looking for a unique way to experience Denmark and for ways to do it cheaply, we've put together a few ideas for fun, cheap and unusual things to do, to really experience Denmark.

There are lots of options for cheap accommodation in Denmark and even free accommodation, if you know how to find it! From house swap holidays to free camping in the wild, if you're a budget-conscious traveller read on to find cheap accommodation in Denmark.

The long summer nights and warm summer spells make Denmark an ideal destination for a perfect summer holiday. From spending a relaxing day on the beach, enjoying the numerous music festivals around the country or going on a shopping spree in the many vibrant cities, Denmark has something to suit all your holiday needs.
Enjoy your holiday in Denmark!

Discover atmospheric streets and get up close to local culture in Denmark's four fantastic city break destinations. In Aarhus and Aalborg, attractions and natural areas are within walking distance, making both cities easy to get to know on a short break. Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen, was just named the world’s most liveable city and you will quickly discover why when you take a Copenhagen city break.

You’d be hard pressed to find a better cycling destination than Denmark. With over 12,000km of sign-posted cycle routes, gentle terrain, inspirational nature and short distances between amenities, Denmark is a country made for cyclists. It’s safe, easy and great fun. So get on your bike and take a cycling holiday in Denmark, with the help of our information on cycle route planning, bike hire in Denmark and recommended sights and attractions along the way.

Last week in Lyon young chef Jeppe Foldager from Copenhagen Denmark took silver medal in the world championships for chefs, the biannual Bocuse d’Or in Lyon. The competition was started by legendary French nouvelle cuisine chef Poul Bocuse, he himself presenting the awards at age 86. Jeppe Foldager took silver after the French contender, Thibault Ruggeri, the darling of the predominantly French crowd of spectators.

From uncanny and delightful events like the Skagen Winter Swimming Festival, to big events such as Roskilde Festival and Made in Denmark, part of the European Golf Tour, you will find a great event to tempt you to Denmark in 2015! Some of the fantastic events of 2015 are unique to Denmark, like the Hans Christian Andersen Festival and Distortion, Copenhagen’s famous all-night street party. Other prime events have expanded to become some of the biggest of their kind in Scandinavia, such as Copenhagen Marathon, CPH:PIX and CPH:DOX.

Until now, Copenhagen has been the only Danish city to receive the attention of the Michelin guide but this year sees the launch of the new 'Michelin Nordic Cities Guide' allowing for Denmark's second city, Aarhus, to be featured for the very first time with three one star restaurants.

IMAGINATION– Discover the Danish Spirit is a fantastic three-week showcase celebrating the best of Danish culture, lifestyle, food and drink and VisitDenmark welcomes you all to discover what Denmark has to offer 27 July – 12 August at St. Katharine Docks in the heart of London.

"Wonderful, wonderful Copenhagen" may be an established favourite in the city-break stakes, but visitors to Denmark will find that exciting urban experiences aren't just limited to the country's cosmopolitan capital. Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, is rapidly earning a reputation as a viable and attractive short-break destination for British travellers thanks to its winning combination of historical attractions, laid-back ambiance and convenient, daily Ryanair flights from London Stansted.

Denmark is one of the oldest monarchies in the world and its long legacy is perfectly preserved in its many fine castles, manor houses and gardens. Many are still used by the royal family today and most are open for you to explore, with exhibitions, museums, art collections and other events throughout the year.

Tivoli is more than just a fairground. It’s a cultural wonderland and historical gem right at the heart of Copenhagen. So buckle up and prepare for a unique mix of big thrills and traditional Danish culture.

Though small in size, Denmark now have six world heritage sites, with the 65 million years old Stevns Klint and the Wadden Sea National Park joining the list. On the list you also find Kronborg Castle, home of Shakespeare's hamlet and located in Royal North Zealand, only an hour from Copenhagen. Also make a stop to see the last resting place of Denmark's Monarchy at Roskilde Cathedral or experience one of Denmark famous Viking sites in Jelling, where you will find historic runic stones erected by Harald Bluetooth.

Denmark is full of exciting news in 2015, ranging from re-openings of state of the art museums, a Nordic Michelin Guide and an European golf tournament. Below is a list of exciting news in 2015 - from attractions to restaurants and events.

A unique area of 55 islands in the Baltic and easily accessible from the islands of Funen and Zealand, this archipelago is popular with yachtsmen, watersports enthusiasts and anyone looking for their own quiet stretch of sand.

North Jutland, Denmark's most northerly region, known for its wonderful natural light - said to lift the spirits and awaken the senses - is lavishly illuminated at this time of year by thousands upon thousands of bright, festive lights strung through villages and towns in celebration of Christmas. Known to the Danes as the Festival of Hearts, the Christmas period is a wonderful time to visit North Jutland and with its capital, Aalborg, being less than two hours' flying time from the UK.

Its Magical. Inspiring. Fun! The Danes are crazy about Christmas. Since the Viking Age – and even before – the Danes have celebrated the dark of winter and that cosy, scarf-snuggling mood they call hygge.

Very aptly known by the Danes as ‘The Festival of Hearts’, the Christmas period makes for a wonderfully heart-warming time to visit Denmark as the streets come alive with colourful festivities and market stalls from the end of November through to Christmas Eve

The Wadden Sea National Park is Denmark's largest and newest national park. It's also a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its enormous ecological importance as the world's largest unbroken system of intertidal sand and mud flats. Head here for unbeatable birdwatching!

Fly SAS to Denmark in only one and a half hour and experience good service and great fares coupled with on-time flights. Include 23kg baggage, online check-in and free seat reservation within your ticket price, and don’t worry about extra costs. Come and feel the atmosphere in Denmark's historic capital and at the same time a modern city.

Denmark has taken the top spot on the United Nation's World Happiness Report, 2013. Is it really true that Danish people are the Happiest People in the world? Even though the weather can be dreary and in winter it’s dark most of the day, leaving some Danes as depressed as Hamlet, the Danish people is considered to be the world’s happiest.